ATLANTA, Oct. 6--Internet Security Systems, a provider of security management solutions for the Internet,
announced the formation of its Brazilian subsidiary from the acquisition of
its exclusive distributor, SARIS, Seguranca Ativa de Redes Internet
e Sistemas Ltda. Together, the two companies, Internet Security Systems and SARIS, will be
responsible for delivering Internet security solutions in Brazil,
Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay and will be a key part of the
company' s global strategy to offer complete security solutions through
consulting, products and managed security. Terms of the acquisition were
not disclosed.